Testing in the Software Development Lifecycle CTFL Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16foundation · easy

   In what way can testing help clarify ambiguous requirements?

   • ABy relying solely on automated test execution
   • BBy skipping test design when requirements are unclear
   • CBy writing code before the requirements are finalized
   • DBy designing tests that expose gaps and inconsistencies in the requirements
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2. 17foundation · easy

   How can testing act as a driver for software development?

   • ABy automatically generating production code
   • BBy providing feedback that clarifies requirements and guides iterative development
   • CBy replacing the need for requirements analysis
   • DBy eliminating the need for code reviews
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4. 18foundation · easy

   Which good testing practice involves prioritizing testing efforts on the areas of the system that are most likely to contain defects or have the highest impact if they fail?

   • ARisk-based testing
   • BTest independence
   • CEarly test involvement
   • DMaintaining traceability
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5. 19expert · hard

   A team is transitioning from a traditional waterfall approach to an agile methodology. They are struggling with the pace of development and are considering using TDD and BDD to improve quality and collaboration. However, some team members are resistant to writing tests before code. What is the most effective way to address this resistance?

   • AAllow developers to write tests after code, as long as the tests are comprehensive.
   • BHire new developers who are experienced with TDD and BDD.
   • CMandate that all developers must write tests first, and enforce it through code reviews.
   • DProvide training on TDD and BDD, and demonstrate how they can improve code quality and reduce rework.
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6. 20expert · hard

   A team is using BDD to develop a new feature. The product owner has written a scenario that is ambiguous and can be interpreted in multiple ways. What is the best course of action?

   • AAsk the product owner to clarify the scenario and refine it until it is unambiguous.
   • BProceed with development and address any issues during system testing.
   • CWrite multiple test cases to cover all possible interpretations.
   • DHave the developers interpret the scenario in the way that seems most reasonable to them.
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